Nairobi – The Republic of Somaliland held its premier High-Level Development Coordination Forum (HLDCF) in Nairobi this week, uniting senior government officials with international partners to assess economic progress and solidify collaboration on national priorities.
Convened by Somaliland’s Ministry of Planning and National Development under the chairmanship of Minister Kaltuun Sheikh Hasan Abdi, the forum featured a comprehensive economic briefing from Finance and Economic Development Minister Abdillahi Hasan Adan. His presentation detailed the country’s fiscal trajectory, including revenue growth, budget performance, inflation, labor market dynamics, and other key indicators highlighting both advances and persistent challenges.
The Somaliland delegation included high-ranking representatives such as the President’s Advisor on Economic Affairs, the Director General of the Ministry of Planning, Ambassador to Kenya Hon. Mohamed Abdullahi Omar, and technical specialists from various ministries.
They were joined by officials from major development partners, including several European governments, the United States, United Nations agencies, the European Union, the World Bank, and the African Development Bank.
Discussions highlighted Somaliland’s developmental achievements over the past year, reviewed data on drought impacts and humanitarian needs, and aligned partner support with the objectives of the National Development Plan. A central focus was identifying investment opportunities in core sectors—agriculture, fisheries, livestock, minerals, and energy—viewed as essential engines for future growth and employment.
Serving as the principal mechanism for orchestrating development initiatives, the HLDCF aims to enhance joint planning and priority-setting. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to a coordinated approach in designing and implementing future programs, emphasizing the importance of sustained partnership.
Following the forum, Minister Abdillahi Hasan Adan is scheduled for a series of bilateral meetings in Nairobi with representatives from the World Bank, the African Development Bank, and European governments to advance specific cooperative initiatives.
The forum underscores Somaliland’s continued drive to strengthen economic resilience and attract international support for sustainable development in a complex regional landscape.
